Shortly before its official launch, the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold has appeared in a series of high-resolution images. Leaker Evan Blass shared the renderings—which appear to be official—via his “Leakmail” newsletter. They show Google’s new foldable in a dark shade of green, featuring a redesigned camera bar and the new Pixel Glow LED. It also features a body that, when folded, measures 10.1 mm—a fraction thinner than its predecessor. None of this has been officially confirmed yet—Google will reveal the final details at its launch event.
Key Points at a Glance
- Evan Blass has leaked high-resolution, official-looking renders of the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
- The design remains familiar: dark green (“Pine”), an 8-inch inner display, and a tall outer display.
- The main new features are the redesigned camera bar and the Pixel Glow LED, which is expected to be a common feature across the entire Pixel 11 lineup.
- When folded, the foldable reportedly measures 10.1 mm instead of the previous 10.8 mm—but it’s still thicker than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at 9.7 mm.
- The device will be unveiled at the Made by Google event on August 12, 2026—which will be the night of August 13 here.
What the new images of the Pixel 11 Pro Fold reveal
The images shared by Evan Blass look as if they came directly from one of Google’s own product listings. Still, there are no major surprises: The Pixel 11 Pro Fold sticks to the basic design of previous years. The images show a dark shade of green that looks like a slightly darker version of the “Jade” color from its predecessor. Google seems to be making this color the common thread of its 2026 lineup—matching images of the Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds in the same shade of green are already circulating.
Two new features stand out. First, the redesigned camera bar: The telephoto lens has been moved upward into its own oval cutout, while the main and ultra-wide-angle cameras share the space below. The flash and microphone have been moved inside the body and are no longer mounted on the outside. Second, the Pixel Glow LED—a light element that Google apparently plans to use across the entire Pixel 11 lineup. Gemini, the AI assistant, is also prominently featured in the images.
Thinner, but not a record: a comparison of dimensions
The most exciting aspect is the dimensions. Earlier leaks cited a thickness of 10.1 mm for the foldable when closed, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold still measures 10.8 mm. The new images align with this information: the bezels around the speaker grilles and buttons appear narrower, and an overview shot of the device when half-unfolded also looks slimmer. When fully unfolded, the panel is said to measure just around 4.8 mm.
However, that’s not enough to set a record. At 10.1 mm, Google’s foldable would still be thicker than the Galaxy Z Fold 8 (9.7 mm) and would be roughly on par with the Motorola Razr Fold. If you want to dive deeper into the topic of slim foldables, our article on the OnePlus Open 2—currently the thinnest foldable— offers a good point of comparison. Also noticeable in the images are the display bezels, which remain comparatively wide—here, Google lags noticeably behind its slimmer Samsung competitors.
| Feature | Pixel 11 Pro Fold (Leak) | Pixel 10 Pro Fold | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness (folded) | 10.1 mm | 10.8 mm | 9.7 mm |
| Thickness when unfolded | approx. 4.8 mm (rumor) | – | – |
| Internal display | 8 inches | 8 inches | N/A |
| Battery | 4,658 mAh (rumored) | 5,015 mAh | N/A |
| Chip | Tensor G6 (rumored) | Tensor G5 | – |
| Color | Green “Pine” | “Jade” | – |
One detail hidden in the fine print: The trade-off for a slimmer design could be a smaller battery. Rumors suggest a capacity of 4,658 mAh instead of the 5,015 mAh found in its predecessor. This hasn’t been confirmed, but it would be consistent with the thinner design. The new Tensor G6 is rumored to power the device and is expected to be featured across the entire Pixel 11 lineup.
When is the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold coming out?
Google is expected to answer all outstanding questions at the Made by Google event. It will take place on August 12, 2026—due to the time difference, the keynote won’t start here until the early hours of August 13. In addition to the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, the rest of the Pixel 11 lineup and a new Pixel Watch are expected to be unveiled there. Google has already hinted that prices will go up: there’s talk of price increases for the Pixel 11 series.
FAQ on the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold
When will the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold be unveiled?
At the Made by Google event on August 12, 2026. In Germany, due to the time difference, the keynote won’t air until the early hours of August 13.
How thin is the Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
According to leaks, it measures 10.1 mm when folded, compared to 10.8 mm for the Pixel 10ProFold. When unfolded, it’s said to be around 4.8 mm. This has not yet been confirmed.
Is the Pixel 11 Pro Fold thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 8?
No. At 10.1 mm, it would be thicker than Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, which measures 9.7 mm when folded.
What is Pixel Glow?
A new LED lighting feature that Google appears to be using across the entire Pixel 11 lineup. Google is not expected to reveal details about the feature until the launch.
Conclusion: Solid Rather Than Spectacular
Anyone hoping for a major leap forward with the Pixel 11 Pro Fold is likely to be brought back down to earth by these images. For the third year in a row, Google is refining the same basic design: slightly thinner, a tidier camera bar, the new Pixel Glow LED—but still thicker bezels and a body that doesn’t outdo the Samsung competition. That doesn’t have to be a downside, as the previous Fold models were certainly well-developed. What’s more exciting is what Google will bring to the table on the software side with Gemini and in terms of camera improvements. Until the event on August 12, keep in mind: these are leaks, not official specs. Final confirmation is still pending.
